High Point vs Purdue Odds, Prediction and March Madness Picks

The Round of 64 is here, and we’ve got High Point vs. Purdue – and this one’s all about offense. Purdue comes in after a tough Big Ten Tournament loss to Michigan while High Point is strutting in on a 14-game heater. The March Madness odds are stacked against High Point to win outright, but don’t count out the Panthers just yet.

Let’s dive into some March Madness betting strategies for this game and see how we can make some money from your couch.

High Point vs Purdue Prediction Today (March 20)

My prediction

Look, High Point will keep this one closer than expected. It is tied for sixth in the nation, shooting 49.4% from the floor. However, Purdue just has the edge. The Boilermakers have +9000 NCAA basketball odds to win it all and come with a stronger perimeter game, knocking down 38.5% from beyond the arc, with point guard Braden Smith running the show and forward Trey Kaufman-Renn putting up 20.2 points a game.

Expect a back-and-forth matchup, but Purdue’s veteran experience and sharp shooting should give them the edge. So, my March Madness expert picks? I’m rolling with the Boilermakers to win outright.

Top 3 High Point vs Purdue Betting Picks

My top picks

1. High Point +8 (-110)
2. High Point vs. Purdue Over 153.5
3. Fletcher Loyer 3+ Threes (+148)

My Analysis

1. High Point (+8) ATS: High Point might be outgunned when it comes to experience and perimeter shooting, but the Panthers have got an offense that averages nearly 83 points. And with 14 straight wins under their belt, my March Madness picks are backing them to keep this one close.

2. High Point vs Purdue Over 153.5: While both teams can score without breaking a sweat, their defenses aren’t anything to write home about. I’m sticking with the over here. This will be a tight game, but it’ll come down to who can hit more shots and control the tempo.

3. Fletcher Loyer 3+ Threes: I mean, this is a no brainer, right? Loyer’s been Purdue’s go-to sharpshooter, and after going 0-3 last game, he’s definitely due for a bounce-back game. Don’t forget, he’s hit three triples in three of his last five games, per NCAA betting trends.

High Point vs Purdue March Madness Best Prop Bet

Kezza Giffa Under 2.5 assists

High Point will need points for an upset, and that’s where leading scorer and point guard Kezza Giffa comes in. Giffa is only averaging 2.5 assists per game, and after back-to-back games with just one assist, my March Madness predictions expect more of the same – he’ll be focusing on scoring if the Panthers want to pull off the upset.

PROP PICK: Kezza Giffa Under 2.5 Assists (+104)

High Point vs Purdue How to Watch

• Game: High Point Panthers (29-5) vs Purdue Boilermakers (22-11)
• Location: Amica Mutual Pavilion, Providence, RI
• Date/Time: Thursday, March 20, 12:40 p.m. ET
• High Point vs Purdue Live Stream: Fubo.tv

High Point vs Purdue Betting Trends

• Panthers: 3-4 ATS at neutral site.
• Boilermakers: 14-11 ATS as favorite.

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